Jones High School

JHS SENIORS GPACAC awards up to three scholarships to students in the Great Plains each year. The scholarship amount ranges from $500 to $1,000 per student. The award is intended to help pay for tuition, housing, fees and/or books. Applicants will be notified of the scholarship decision by mid-April. This scholarship is a one-time scholarship and will be mailed to your post-secondary educational institution of choice. https://www.gpacac.net/student-scholarship1

Jones Juniors and seniors: You are invited to prom on April 6, 2019. Tickets are $45.00 if purchased before March 14. See attached invitation for more information.

Seniors planning to go to SWOSU REminder: . SWOSU’s PLC application deadline is February 1st. All PLC application materials must be received by February 1st. Please take a moment to remind any of your students that might be interested in being a part of this select group of leaders to complete their applications by February 1st. Only complete PLC applications will undergo the selection committee review process and a selected group of students will take part in campus interviews. Students chosen for interviews will be notified by phone during the week of February 18th – 22nd. At that time, they will select their PLC interview date from five different interview options available on February 28th(2 sessions) March 1st, March 4th or March 5th. Interview dates are available on a first come/first serve basis. The Freshman Academic Scholarship application remains March 1st. All freshmen admitted by the March 1st will be in the academic scholarship applicant pool. Please be sure that SWOSU is kept up to date on ACT/SAT scores posted prior to the March 1st deadline.

The Bill of Rights Institute is sponsoring its annual essay contest. Deadline is February 14. Could win up to$5000. For more information go to https://billofrightsinstitute.org/engage/students-programs-events/scholarship/?utm_source=NEWSLETTER&utm_medium=EMAIL&utm_campaign=GENERAL&utm_term=GENERIC

American Meteorological Society Undergraduate Scholarships The American Meteorological Society (AMS) administers an array of scholarships for undergraduate students. The society wants to further the education of outstanding students who are pursuing a career in atmospheric, oceanic or hydrologic sciences. To apply, students must submit an online application along with all supporting documents. Award Amount: 22 awards; $1,000–$25,000 Deadline: February 8, 2019 https://www.ametsoc.org/ams/index.cfm/information-for/students/ams-scholarships-and-fellowships/

Courageous Persuaders Competition The Detroit Auto Dealers Association is passionate about preventing underage drinking and texting while driving. Their Courageous Persuaders Competition encourages high school students to create a 30-second television commercial about the dangers of underage drinking or texting while driving. Students’ videos will be judged by middle school classrooms for persuasiveness. All high school students are eligible to apply and may submit more than one commercial. Award Amount: 6 awards; $1,000–$2,000 Deadline: February 8, 2019 http://courageouspersuaders.com/the-competition/

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship The Gordon A. Rich Foundation keeps the legacy of its founder alive by supporting those with limited resources. The foundation would like to offer scholarships to students whose parents have a career in the financial services industry. Students can apply by submitting a completed application along with all supporting documents. Award Amount: 7 awards; Up to $50,000 Deadline: February 20, 2019 http://www.gordonrich.org/html/apply.html

Hadden Scholarships Alexander and Maude Hadden established the Youth Foundation in 1940 to award exceptionally worthy high school seniors. They are pleased to offer their scholarship program to outstanding students for their commitment to education and community service. Students can apply by submitting an online application and the following documents: • Personal essay • Two letters of recommendation • Most recent academic transcript Award Amount: Varies; $2,500–$4,000 Deadline: February 28, 2019 http://fdnweb.org/youthfdn/about-us/

John F. and Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund for Art Education To create opportunities in the art profession, Anna Lee Stacey established a scholarship program that encourages students to pursue a career in the art industry. This scholarship is open to all students ages 18–35 who aim to make art their profession. Simply submit an online application and an original art piece that highlights the following traditions of Western culture: • Form • Color • Drawing • Painting Award Amount: Varies; $500–$5,000 Deadline: February 1, 2018 https://nationalcowboymuseum.org/learn-discover/stacey-scholarship-fund/

National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF) Scholarships NASF has a mission to advance an environmentally sustainable future. The association offers scholarships to college students majoring in subjects related to surface science. Scholarships will be awarded based on career interest, academic achievement, motivation and potential. To apply, students must submit an application package along with a personal statement discussing their future career goals. Award Amount: 2 awards; $1,500 Deadline: February 6, 2019 https://nasf.org/education/scholarships/

Proud to be Greek Scholarship Joining a brotherhood or sisterhood provides you with lifelong bonds and invaluable lessons. Greek U is offering a scholarship to exceptional sorority or fraternity members who are devoted to Greek life. If you’re a natural leader, avid volunteer and a brilliant student, Greek U wants to hear how joining a sorority or fraternity has changed your life. Simply complete an online application along with an essay (500 words) describing your fraternity or sorority experience. Award Amount: 1 award; $1,500 Deadline: February 1, 2019 https://www.greeku.com/scholarship/

Tools Freak Scholarship Tools Freak is constantly working with tools that are needed for DIY projects. They purchase tools, test them, and write reviews about how well those tools work. The company is glad to offer a scholarship to students who are also passionate about DIY projects. Students can apply by submitting an essay (500–1000 words) discussing one of the following topics: • DIY Projects • Welding • Woodworking • Home Renovation Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: February 8, 2018 https://www.toolsfreak.com/scholarship-program/

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship The Vegetarian Resource Group (VRG) is committed to educating the public on vegetarianism and veganism. To support those who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools or communities, the VRG is awarding scholarships to three outstanding high school students. Students can apply by completing an application and submitting an essay that discusses their challenges and successes with promoting vegetarianism. Award Amount: 3 awards; $5,000–$10,000 Deadline: February 20, 2019 https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm

Jones High School Juniors: New Opportunities Scholars Eligibility: • A junior attending a high school participating in the Central Oklahoma Guidance Counselor Network. • Be the first in their family to attend college. For the purpose of this scholarship program, the definition of “first in the family” is that applicant or applicant’s parents, stepparents or grandparents have not attended college. • Unweighted GPA must be less than or equal to 3.79 and be in the upper 50th percentile of their junior class. The Process: If you are recommended by the Scholarship Selection Committee of your high school, you and your parent/guardian will sign a contract stating applicant will complete a series of college preparatory activities including: • Working during the summer between your junior and senior year • Participating in a college campus visit accompanied by your parent. By January 15th of your senior year, your high school guidance counselor must provide certification of these activities to the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. If all of the required activities have been completed, you will receive the documents necessary to claim a one-year scholarship of $2,000. Funds may be used for tuition, fees and books at any academically accredited two-year, four-year or vocational/technical nonprofit institution in the United States. Payments are made directly to the school. Award: $2,000 Deadline: 03/1/2019 Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

2019 National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program The National Federation of the Blind offers thirty scholarships annually to blind students from across the United States. Any legally blind, full-time college or graduate student may apply, as well as graduating high school seniors who will be attending college full-time in the fall of 2019. If you are a student or know one please check out the link below for eligibility information and to apply! https://nfb.org/scholarships The application deadline is March 31, 2019. All finalists must attend the entire convention of the National Federation of the Blind, to be held from July 7-12 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The NFB scholarship program is our investment in the future of blind people who demonstrate scholastic aptitude, leadership, and service. All blind college students are encouraged to apply!

JHS Seniors: Lockheed Martin is awarding 200 renewable scholarships of $10,000 each. Awards are open to individuals studying eligible engineering or computer science majors, who demonstrate financial need and come from underrepresented or underserved communities. Applicants must: • Be U.S. citizens • Be high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.5, or college freshmen or sophomores with a minimum GPA of 3.0 • Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the upcoming academic year • Be majoring or planning to major in one of many specified eligible STEM programs • Demonstrate financial need • Be willing to consider a paid internship with Lockheed Martin following their freshman, sophomore or junior year of college (note: the internship is not required to receive a scholarship) Deadline to apply is March 12, 2019 For more information and to apply, visit https://lockheedmartin.com/scholarship

JHS seniors: remember to check with your employer and parents employer about scholarships they offer for employees and dependents

Students in 9th-10th grade: This is your opportunity to sign up for Oklahoma's Promise. If parents make less than 55,000, you take the right courses, make good grades, and stay out of trouble the state of Oklahoma will pay up to four years of your tuition at in state schools. You must fill out application at http://www.okhighered.org/okpromise/

Congratulations Mack Lynn and Jase Farmer. JHS Basketball Homecoming King and Queen 2018-2019

2018-2019 JHS Basketball Homecoming